University of New South Wales
Graduate Diploma in Design
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Graduate Diploma in Design is a professionally relevant one-year program featuring eight courses from the Master of Design. You will learn about design as processes, design practice and history, gaining an understanding of design communication and research.
You will also take three courses from other areas of practice and studio electives including Spatial Experiences, Interaction Design and UX Experience, Visualisation and Visual Effects, Future Making, Graphic Communication, Planar Practices and Temporal and Spatial Practices.
Anyone who wishes to extend their professional qualifications with a shorter period of study will benefit from this program, as well as those intending to broaden or change direction in their design and media practice.
Delivery mode
University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- UNSW School of Art & Design, Cnr Oxford St & Greens Rd, Paddington
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission to the Graduate Diploma in Design requires:
- A Bachelors degree in any field, conferred within the last 10 years, or
- A Graduate Certificate in Design.
Applicants who apply with a bachelors degree completed more than 10 years ago can be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Design where they have 5 or more years professional experience in a design or media-related field since graduation.
They can articulate up to the Graduate Diploma if they hold a credit average in their courses taken under the Graduate Certificate. Applicants without a Bachelors degree may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate on a case-by-case basis by the Program Director, on the basis of a Portfolio of work and professional experience.
The student may articulate up to the Graduate Diploma if they hold a credit average in their courses taken under the Graduate Certificate.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$31,680
$37,420
$31,680
$37,420
Career opportunities
The Graduate Diploma in Design will prepare you for the following roles.
Art Director
An Art Director oversees the visual representation of an organisation or the creative design elements of a particular project. You’ll collaborate w...
Fashion Designer
A Fashion Designer creates clothing and accessories for sale to customers. You might work for yourself or be employed by a fashion label. You’ll wo...
Graphic Designer
A Graphic Designer creates visual material for use by their organisation or for outside clients. You’ll use a range of design software to prepare w...
Interior Designer
An Interior Designer creates overall looks for indoor environments in a range of settings. You’ll liaise with clients to understand their needs and...
UI Designer
A UI Designer oversees the user interface of a company’s website or digital presence. You’ll incorporate ways for users to interact with a product...
UX Designer
A UX Designer is responsible for the overall user experience of a product or service. You’ll make sure customers have a positive experience using a...
About University of New South Wales
Since our foundation in 1949, UNSW Sydney has made an ongoing commitment to improve and transform lives in Australia and globally.
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